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Governors State University Jaguar 5K

Name: Governors State University Jaguar 5K
Start: 2026-10-25T12:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-10-25T12:00:00.000Z
Location: University Park, IL

5K · Walk · 1 mi

Oct 25, 2026 · University Park, Illinois, US

Listed Jun 13, 2022

Illinois 5K

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Join GovState's Annual Jaguar 5K!

Lace up and get ready for an unforgettable, chip-timed adventure through the scenic campus of Governors State University! Whether you’re running or walking, this is your chance to be part of something special. And this year, we’re turning up the excitement with features for every age and fitness level!

WHAT'S IN STORE?

RACE DAY T-SHIRT: All participants will receive a custom shirt & snacks. Register early to secure your shirt size!
CHIP-TIMED RACE, AWARDS & CEREMONY for 5K top finishers!
WARM-UP ACTIVITY led by GovState's Physical Therapy team!
FAVORITE area food trucks: Full line up coming soon!
FREE Kids Dash and other fun activities.
ALL-DAY MUSIC, FREE Yoga, Kinesiology, club events and more!

***Don't miss a race day photo with Jax the Jaguar!

DATE: October 25th, 2026
WHERE: Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL

WHAT'S HAPPENING
Pick up fun swag, enjoy the music, visit our event sponsors, club tables, kids events, and enjoy tasty treats.

9:00am Check In and On Site Registration
Kinesiology from the Occupational Therapy Team
9:45am Warm Up & Stretch with the Physical Therapy Team
10:00am Official Start
11:00am KIDS Dash
11:10am RAFFLE PRIZE Drawing (must be present to win)
11:15am Age Group Award Ceremony
11:30am Yoga at the Bell Tower

COURSE MAP

BECOME A SPONSOR, contact Veronica Blair at jaguar5k@govst.edu

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Governors State University Jaguar 5K

Run Vibes summary

***Don't miss a race day photo with Jax the Jaguar!

DATE: October 25th, 2026WHERE: Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL

WHAT'S HAPPENINGPick up fun swag, enjoy the music, visit our event sponsors, club tables, kids events, and enjoy tasty treats.

9:00am Check In and On Site Registration Kinesiology from the Occupational Therapy Team9:45am Warm Up & Stretch with the Physical Therapy Team10:00am Official Start11:00am KIDS Dash11:10am RAFFLE PRIZE Drawing (must be present to win)11:15am Age Group Award Ceremony11:30am Yoga at the Bell Tower

COURSE MAP

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DATE: October 25th, 2026
WHERE: Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL

WHAT'S HAPPENING
Pick up fun swag, enjoy the music, visit our event sponsors, club tables, kids events, and enjoy tasty treats.